For Hey-Mi Premium Sushi Rice, the recommended starting ratio is 1.1 parts water to 1 part rice. This ratio is designed for Hey-Mi medium-grain rice and helps produce rice that is soft, cohesive, and suitable for sushi, poke bowls, onigiri, donburi, and everyday rice dishes.
Quick answer: how much water should I use?
Use a 1.1:1 water-to-rice ratio.
- 1 cup rice → 1.1 cups water
- 2 cups rice → 2.2 cups water
- 3 cups rice → 3.3 cups water
The same ratio can be used by weight or by volume as long as you use the same measuring method for both rice and water.
How to cook Hey-Mi Sushi Rice in a rice cooker
- Measure the rice.
- Rinse the rice with cool water until the water becomes noticeably clearer.
- Drain well.
- Add water using a 1.1:1 water-to-rice ratio.
- Cook using your rice cooker’s standard white-rice setting.
- After cooking, allow the rice to rest briefly before fluffing or seasoning.
How to cook Hey-Mi Sushi Rice on the stovetop
- Measure and rinse the rice, then drain well.
- Add the rice and water to a pot using the 1.1:1 ratio.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cover.
- Cook until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Remove from the heat and let the rice rest covered before serving.
Why use medium-grain rice for sushi?
Hey-Mi Premium Sushi Rice is a medium-grain rice. When properly cooked, it develops the cohesive texture needed for sushi rolls, nigiri, onigiri, and other shaped rice dishes while retaining individual grains.
What can I make with Hey-Mi Sushi Rice?
Hey-Mi rice can be used for sushi rolls, nigiri, poke bowls, onigiri, donburi, Japanese-style rice bowls, and everyday rice dishes.
Which size should I buy?
For home cooking or trying the rice for the first time, see Hey-Mi Premium Sushi Rice, 1 lb.
For restaurants, sushi bars, foodservice kitchens, catering, or frequent rice use, see Hey-Mi Premium Sushi Rice, 40 lb.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best water-to-rice ratio for Hey-Mi Sushi Rice?
For best results, use 1.1 parts water for every 1 part rice.
Is Hey-Mi Sushi Rice short grain?
No. Hey-Mi Premium Sushi Rice is medium-grain rice.
Can I use Hey-Mi Sushi Rice for poke bowls?
Yes. It works well for poke bowls as well as sushi, onigiri, donburi, and everyday rice dishes.
Where is Hey-Mi Sushi Rice from?
Hey-Mi Sushi Rice has a country of origin of the United States.
Who makes Hey-Mi?
Hey-Mi is a brand of miWorld Co., Inc.